Self-acupressure for period pain and PMS
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if doing acupressure on yourself can reduce period pain and premenstrual symptoms over about six months. It might help if you have painful periods and are looking for a non-medicine option.
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Who can take part
- You are female and between 18 and 30 years old
- You have regular periods, every 21 to 35 days
- You have been diagnosed with moderate to severe period pain (primary dysmenorrhea) and have PMS symptoms
- You are a university student
- You are willing to do acupressure on yourself for about six menstrual cycles
- You can understand the study and give written permission to join
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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